Concert music was long performed outdoors and in churches, palaces or theatres. It was only in the 18^th century that the first symphony halls were built.

The Philharmonie de Paris belongs to a family of the world’s greatest concert halls. Here is a non-exhaustive list of great auditoriums currently being built throughout the world.

Over the past few decades, symphony auditoriums have sprung up around the globe. As works of internationally renowned architects, they have become symbols of urban cultural identity.